Quick verdict: Is it expensive to live on a yacht? Looking at real-world figures, the cost of living afloat can be remarkably low or quite high — it all hinges on your chosen lifestyle, vessel, location, and daily habits! Table of Contents Why are more and more people drawn to life on the water? What constitutes the cost of yacht living? Cost Comparison of Four Yacht Ownership Models Real-world examples: Reference yacht lifestyles across different budgets Three Practical Cost-Cutting Strategies Summary FAQ Why are more and more people drawn to life on the water? Three years ago, on a weekend, I had my first real taste of life afloat. A friend invited me aboard his 36-foot sailing yacht. I'd assumed it would be nothing more than a casual sail to enjoy the sea breeze and views, but as the boat slowly pulled away from the jetty and the city's clamour faded behind us, I was suddenly overcome by a long-forgotten sense of ease. I casually asked my friend, ‘Why do you live on a boat...